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Introductory Motivational Interviewing for Helping Professionals

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What is Motivational Interviewing?

Increasing attention is being paid to the benefits of an evidence-based, Motivational Interviewing (MI) communication style to enhance engagement and build motivation for change across a range of populations and practice areas such as: physical and mental health; substance use; child and family services; physical rehabilitation services; and education and prevention programming. MI is a respectful and compassionate way of supporting people in making sometimes very difficult changes in their lives, and has also been found to be helpful when working cross-culturally.

Introductory Motivational Interviewing for Helping Professionals

This course builds on the success of an interprofessional, multi-level Motivational Interviewing program offered by UBC Continuing Studies between 2008-2017. In this two-day knowledge and skills-based training, learners will gain familiarity with MI core elements and overall communication style. They will also have the opportunity to practice skills and strategies to increase engagement and motivation, decrease discord, and initiate and guide change conversations across a range of topics. No previous experience in MI is necessary.

Learning Methods

Drawing on the research on how to learn MI, a variety of methods are used at an introductory level, including small and large group discussion, didactic presentation, reflective practice written exercises, real play/role play with a partner and small group practice activities.

Facilitator

Cristine Urquhart, MSW, RSW, co-founder of Change Talk Associates, has trained thousands of helping professionals across Canada in a Motivational Interviewing style of communication, and presented at numerous provincial, national and international conferences. Building on nine years of teaching a multi-level MI program with UBC Continuing Studies, Cristine is dedicated to continuing to support helping professionals to collaboratively and compassionately guide change, translating research to practice and integrating motivational interviewing and trauma-informed approaches. In addition to her extensive experience training interprofessional groups, Cristine has contributed to numerous knowledge translation and prevention initiatives with the BC Centre of Excellence for Women’s Health, BC Ministry of Health (TIP Guide) and the Public Health Agency of Canada (SGPG). Cristine is a member of the International Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (Bulgaria 2007) and a contributing author in the books: Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice (Guilford Press, 2011), Becoming Trauma Informed (CAMH, 2012) and Motivational Interviewing in Groups (Guilford Press, 2013).

FAQs

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

For information, email info@changetalk.ca or call 604.716.6685.

Is there a group or student discount rate?

A 15% group discount is available when 3 or more individuals from the same organization register together.A 15% student discount is also available. Please email info@changetalk.ca to enquire and receive the code.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

If you are planning to drive, you can park in the Robson Square underground parkade. Enter from Howe Street on your right, just before Nelson Street and then follow the signs to UBC Robson Square. Weekday parking rates are $16/day until 6:00pm. Saturday parking is max $6/day. Prices are subject to change without notice. There is also limited metered parking nearby.

If you are planning to get to Robson Square by SkyTrain, the Burrard, Granville and Vancouver City Centre SkyTrain stations are located within walking distance from the campus. Buses stop near the campus on Burrard, Georgia, Robson, Howe and Seymour streets. The SeaBus from the North Shore docks is within walking distance, or you can catch the SkyTrain to Burrard Station from Waterfront.

What's the refund policy?

If you would like to withdraw from a course, please email a written notice to info@changetalk.ca at least 7 business days before the course begins to be eligible for a refund (less a $50 administration fee). No refund will be made for cancellations received later than 7 business days before the course begins. Exceptions will be considered in extreme circumstances, such as illness.

In the event of insufficient enrolment or other unforeseen circumstances, Change Talk Associates may be forced to cancel a course. If this occurs, a full refund is processed and sent to you automatically.

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Transferring from one course to another offering of the same course within 5 business days of the course start date is considered a withdrawal and a new registration. The $50 administration fee for withdrawals will be charged for the transfer or change. A transfer can be made one time.

Continuing Education Credits

A letter of completion is provided at the end of the training. The letter includes: course title, description, objectives, number of education hours (12), and is signed by the instructor. This course has been approved by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association for 12 CEC's. A formal CCPA document will be provided at the request of association members.